This volume of the series demonstrates the state of the art in techniques applied for the analytical deformulation of modern detergents. It reviews innovative techniques in the analysis and assessment of detergent components, and examines effective methods for the measurement and exploration of new and emerging detergent ingredients. The book offers detailed descriptions of fundamental concepts and applications in the field of detergent science, as well as an outline of current issues in quality control, monitoring, and development. Waldhoff is engaged in the field of product analysis and Spilker manages an analytical laboratory in Germany. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)